Kim Simes

Director of Special Events

Kim Simes is the Director of Special Events, coordinating Family Equality Council’s annual galas and fundraising events. Prior to joining the Development Team, Kim served as Director of Regional Programming for Family Equality Council, focusing on coordinating community events in the Midwest and West Coast Regions. Kim’s passion is working with and connecting with people. Kim completed her education at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater earning a BA in Speech – Organizational Communication and a Master’s Degree in Counseling with an emphasis in higher education.

Kim and her partner Robin live in southern Wisconsin where they are raising their two daughters. When not at school and work, the family enjoys traveling, going to the dog park with their dog, and spending time with friends and family.